Peacock mantis shrimp are popular among aquarium enthusiasts but can be difficult to keep in captivity because they often eat other species and can break glass tanks with their claws. Although it ...

Mantis shrimp are fearsome predators in their environment, and they aren’t picky about food. While they prefer hard-shelled mollusks for food, they are known to eat marine animals much larger than ...

The mantis shrimp comes equipped with its own weapons. It has claws that look like permanently clenched fists that are known as dactyl clubs. But when it smashes the shells of its prey, these fists ...

Seafood lovers, this one's for you! 🦞 I’m diving into an all-you-can-eat buffet in Cambodia featuring Mantis Shrimp and fresh lobster! 🤯 From juicy grilled lobster to the crazy ...

With a single blow, a mantis shrimp can kill prey or defend its territory against rivals. A study published in Science explores the mechanisms that allow the mantis shrimp's striking limb to ...